Siemens Digital Industries Software announced that Skyroot Aerospace, India’s leading private space launch company, has adopted Polarion™ software from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio to strengthen its software development processes and improve operational efficiency as it advances its mission of enabling affordable and on-demand access to space.
Founded in 2018 by Pawan Kumar Chandana and Naga Bharath Daka, Skyroot Aerospace made history in 2022 with Vikram-S, India’s first privately developed rocket to reach space. The company is now preparing for commercial orbital missions with Vikram-1. Based in Hyderabad, Telangana, Skyroot employs over 500 professionals and uses cutting-edge technologies such as carbon composites and 3D-printed engines to build versatile, cost-effective launch vehicles.
“As a rapidly growing aerospace company catering to global customers, optimizing our software lifecycle is crucial for timely execution. Polarion provides a streamlined solution to manage workflows, helping our teams focus on innovation. With Siemens’ proven expertise in aerospace, we are confident of having a strong partner as we scale our space technology programs,” said Naga Bharath Daka, Co-founder & COO, Skyroot Aerospace.
With Polarion, Skyroot can integrate its software and systems development processes, ensure better compliance and traceability, strengthen collaboration across engineering teams, and enhance lifecycle management for complex aerospace systems.
“Skyroot Aerospace has emerged as a trailblazer in the Indian private space sector, demonstrating strong growth and vision. Its adoption of Polarion is a clear step towards accelerating digital transformation,” said Mathew Thomas, Vice President and Managing Director, India, Siemens Digital Industries Software. “The Indian space industry is on a strong growth trajectory, and we are proud that innovators like Skyroot Aerospace are choosing Siemens as their partner in shaping the future of spaceflight.”
Siemens Digital Industries Software provides organizations worldwide with the tools to digitally transform their design, engineering, and manufacturing operations. Through the Siemens Xcelerator platform, its software, services, and comprehensive digital twin technology enable industries across scales—from microchips to entire systems—to bring innovative and sustainable products to market faster.
